box meaning and definition

BOX noun

Definition of box (noun)

1. a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
   • "he rummaged through a box of spare parts"
2. private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance
   • "the royal box was empty"
   • synonyms: loge
3. the quantity contained in a box
   • "he gave her a box of chocolates"
   • synonyms: boxful
4. a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible
   • "his lying got him into a tight corner"
   • synonyms: corner
5. a rectangular drawing
   • "the flowchart contained many boxes"
6. evergreen shrubs or small trees
   • synonyms: boxwood
7. any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned
   • "the umpire warned the batter to stay in the batter's box"
8. the driver's seat on a coach
   • "an armed guard sat in the box with the driver"
   • synonyms: box seat
9. separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people
   • "the sentry stayed in his box to avoid the cold"
10. a blow with the hand (usually on the ear)
    • "I gave him a good box on the ear"

BOX verb

Definition of box (verb)

1. put into a box
   • "box the gift, please"
   • synonyms: package
   • antonym: unbox
2. hit with the fist
   • "I'll box your ears!"
3. engage in a boxing match